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Happy Grandparent’s Day
Posted on September 9, 2013Grandparent’s day is a day that should be dedicated to all the grandmas and grandpas in our lives. Grandparents are often our favorite caregivers, but it can be hard for any caregiver, including grandparents, to keep up with constantly evolving… Read More
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Words from a Champion: Guest Blog by Congresswoman Schakowsky
Posted on August 7, 2013Congresswoman Schakowsky joined KID and others to mark the fifth anniversary of this landmark safety bill. She offers these insights. This month we mark the fifth anniversary of the signing of the Consumer Product Safety Improvement Act (CPSIA), the most… Read More
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Parents & grandparents speak out on safety messaging
Posted on August 1, 2013Of the more than 100 children’s products recalled on average every year, at most 10%-30% are known to be repaired or removed from use. Although some may end up in the trashcan, the rest are left in homes and child… Read More
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KID program activity update
Posted on June 20, 2013I have been traveling all around Illinois this past month and talked with hundreds of people about child product safety. Here are some highlights from my travels: Last month, in Springfield, Illinois, I met with over 30 grandparent caregiver advisers… Read More
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Celebrating grandparents
Posted on September 7, 2012Sunday, September 9, 2012 is National Grandparents Day. Every day grandparents impact our lives and serve as teachers and caregivers for our children. It’s important for them to have recent information on children’s product safety to protect children under their… Read More
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Bobby’s story: a warning about recalled Graco Strollers
Posted on February 24, 2012Bobby’s grandmother recently shared his story on our Family Voices website. Bobby Dean died in 2007 when he was trapped between the seat and food tray of a Graco stroller. Graco finally recalled this product in 2010, but did not… Read More
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Tami’s hike and crib bumper pads in the news
Posted on April 26, 2011A few weeks back, we posted a blog about Tami as she was getting ready to start her hike on the Appalachian Trail. As of Friday, April 22nd, she had made her way up from Georgia into North Carolina! Tami… Read More
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Remembering Andy Sage
Posted on January 7, 2011This weekend, KID honors the memory of Andy Sage. Andy suffocated on a sleep positioner in January 2002. Since then, his parents have been committed to warning others of the dangers of this product. Just last year, CPSC and FDA… Read More
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Grandparents Day is Sunday
Posted on September 10, 2010September 12th is Grandparents Day, giving us all an opportunity to honor these vital family members. Many grandparents are important caregivers in their grandchildren’s lives — either for a few hours, for regular child care or even as guardians. And… Read More
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Celebrate national Grandparents Day on Sept 13
Posted on September 11, 2009Make safety a part of your Grandparents Day celebrations! Grandparents and older relatives serve as teachers, caregivers, and pillars of the family. They are a rich source of wisdom and heritage. It is crucial that these important family members have… Read More